Poco F8 Ultra vs Sharp Aquos R9
The Poco F8 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Sharp Aquos R9 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3; launch prices were $729 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco F8 Ultra leads — 89/100 vs 68/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Poco F8 Ultra has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Poco F8 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,651,476 vs 1,660,924); the Sharp Aquos R9 is noticeably lighter (195g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco F8 Ultra
Sharp Aquos R9
What makes Poco F8 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3651476 vs 1660924
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1860
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 5045
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 74/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 60/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 52/100)
What makes Sharp Aquos R9 better?
- Higher refresh rate: 240Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 195g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $729
- Better portability (52/100 vs 49/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco F8 Ultra vs the Sharp Aquos R9, the Poco F8 Ultra scores 21 points higher (89/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 Ultra leads (97/100 vs 74/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Ultra leads (90/100 vs 60/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Ultra leads (85/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Poco F8 Ultra — 92/100, Sharp Aquos R9 — 50/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 Ultra notably outperforms the Sharp Aquos R9 (97/100 vs 74/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 90/100. In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Sharp Aquos R9 (90/100 vs 60/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Sharp Aquos R9 (85/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 and the Poco F8 Ultra are nearly equal (52/100 vs 49/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco F8 Ultra | Sharp Aquos R9 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 3651476 | 1660924 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 1860 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 5045 | |
| Display | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | 6.5" PRO IGZO LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 3200x1440 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 240 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 2000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | 156.0×75.0×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 195 g | |
| Launch price | $729 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Poco F8 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Sharp Aquos R9
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Poco F8 Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Sharp Aquos R9
- 6.5" PRO IGZO LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 240 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco F8 Ultra
- 6500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:14 hrs, total 32:38 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Sharp Aquos R9
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco F8 Ultra and Sharp Aquos R9, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco F8 Ultra leads Sharp Aquos R9 by 119.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $130. Sharp Aquos R9 was $130 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 Ultra notably outperforms the Sharp Aquos R9 (97/100 vs 74/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 90/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Sharp Aquos R9 (90/100 vs 60/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Sharp Aquos R9 (85/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 and the Poco F8 Ultra are nearly equal (52/100 vs 49/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco F8 Ultra or the Sharp Aquos R9?
The Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Sharp Aquos R9 by 21 points (89/100 vs 68/100).
What is the rating of the Poco F8 Ultra and the Sharp Aquos R9?
The Poco F8 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 89/100, the Sharp Aquos R9 — 68/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco F8 Ultra or the Sharp Aquos R9?
The Poco F8 Ultra leads on camera score (90/100 vs 60/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco F8 Ultra or the Sharp Aquos R9?
The Poco F8 Ultra leads on performance (97/100 vs 74/100).
Should you choose the Poco F8 Ultra over the Sharp Aquos R9?
The Poco F8 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Sharp Aquos R9 is a better fit for active users.